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Prepare for success in the evolving communications and media industry. Create meaningful change in the digital world and emerge as an influential communicator through Monash's Master of Communications and Media Studies. Recent years have witnessed dramatic shifts in media technologies, content, and regulations – profoundly affecting business, politics, and daily experiences. Amid dominant tech platforms, social media-driven narratives, and growing divisions, the demand grows for compelling, compassionate communication that can drive global transformation and build a more promising tomorrow.
Our graduate programs offer flexible curriculum design, enabling you to refine your expertise while discovering new interests. The program includes 5 required subjects, complemented by elective options from related Monash Masters courses such as Journalism, Strategic Communication, and Cultural & Creative Industries (all offered through Monash's School of Media, Film and Journalism).
Entry level 1: 96 points to complete Duration: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least credit (60%) average, or equivalent qualification and experience approved by the faculty.
Entry level 2: 72 points to complete Duration: 1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time
An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline including humanities or social sciences with at least credit (60%) average, or equivalent qualification and experience approved by the faculty.
Or
An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline including humanities or social sciences with at least a 50 percent average in both qualifications; or equivalent qualification and experience approved by the faculty.
Entry level 3: 48 points to complete Duration: 1 years full-time, 2 years part-time
An Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline including humanities or social sciences with at least credit (60%) average, or equivalent qualification and experience approved by the faculty.
English entry requirements
Level A
IELTS (Academic): 6.5 Overall score, with minimum band scores: Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0 and Speaking 6.0
Pearson Test of English (Academic): 58 Overall score, with minimum scores: Listening 50, Reading 50, Speaking 50 and Writing 50
TOEFL Internet-based test: 79 Overall score, with minimum scores: Reading 13, Listening 12, Speaking 18 and Writing 21
Paper-based TOEFL 550 Test of written English: 4.5
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) 176 No skill score below 169
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) 176 No skill score below 169